Pallister, who won four league titles during his time at Old Trafford, believes that while the teenager's ability is unquestionable, it is critical people don't demand too much, too soon.

He said: "What I will say is the kid has been fantastic. He has shown maturity beyond years. He's making a real impact.

"At Old Trafford and Manchester United, it's quite easy to see these players and all of a sudden, he's the new George Best or the new Ryan Giggs.

"You have got to let him develop in his own time. He isn't going to play week in, week out, I don't think, but he's making an impact and he has got everybody at Old Trafford really excited about the future and what he can bring to the team."